For as long as there have been woodwind instruments with reeds, those reeds have traditionally been made out of cane. And while cane reeds deliver great playing characteristics, there are a few drawbacks. For example, since no two pieces of cane are exactly the same, performance isn't always consistent. Plus, cane reeds have to be moisturized diligently to keep them in good shape. Clearly, there's room for improvement, and that's exactly what science has cooked up for us with the man-made materials in these synthetic Fibracell reeds. Designed to replicate natural cane without the disadvantages, they can be an important part of any musician's toolkit.

If you're a student woodwind player, consistency is just the beginning of what synthetic reeds have to offer. Another perk is that they last much longer than conventional reeds, so even when you're practicing every night of the week, you can count on them to keep on going. And if you're in a marching band or another ensemble that performs outdoors, you'll definitely appreciate how resistant they are to humidity - so they'll sound good rain or shine. When it comes to Fibracell synthetic reeds specifically, it's also nice to know that they're made to have a natural appearance so you still get the sort of visual you'd expect from a cane reed.

To see what you can expect from synthetic Fibracell reeds, the Fibracell Premier Synthetic Tenor Saxophone Reed and Fibracell Premier Synthetic Baritone Saxophone Reed are two suggestions to check out. Of course, picking the proper reed depends on the instrument you play, and they're not just for saxes: take a look at the Fibracell Premier Synthetic Bb Clarinet Reed and Fibracell Premier Synthetic Bass Clarinet Reed if you're a clarinetist. It's safe to say that no matter which woodwind(s) you have in your repertoire, you have the opportunity to take one of these reeds out for a spin.